A man is not a financial plan-2

By Kloranne Kambou

Like some Westerners, a woman in my country — the Republic of Congo — may see a man as a financial plan.

Maybe that’s not surprising since our culture lifts men above women and gives us fewer opportunities.

When a woman births a boy she gains respect. He will become head of his own family — which he will rule and provide for. Only boys can pass on the heritage of their fathers.

Growing up, I saw women arise early to do laundry, cook, clean and work in the fields. Men slept as long as they wanted. When the men finally did wake up and come for breakfast, they were served first. They were also served first for every other meal.

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